Javelina Arizona 3A/3C Late Rifle Elk | Long Range Hunting Forum The trophy elk genetics that are found here are some of the finest to be found in the world. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Late archery: 31% Late rifle: 77%: Unit 10: 360"+ 23:100: 39.2%: Early archery: 31% Early rifle: 87% Muzzleloader: 30% Late archery: 15% Late rifle: 39% . They are easy to see on google earth. . I've hunted 10 quite a bit, and I'll be back out there this fall and season for my son's U10 late rifle bull hunt. Previous advice I've been given is that by October they'll not be bugling, will be spooked and looking for sanctuary areas to hide. Scouting and hunting from hilltop observation points with powerful optics is highly recommended. Even as a resident of the state of Arizona it can take anywhere from 11 to 24 bonus points to get a tag. Most successful hunters have found and harvested javelina around the units many waterholes. Much of the Unit is part of a ranch (Boquillias) that limits off road use. Access problems are increasing with the proliferation of remote real estate subdivisions. ELK | Diamond Outfitters #11. I know coes for example, are find of the flower on barrel cactus. It also has an anti-microbial that eliminates mold/mildew growth. The late-season archery elk hunts and late season rifle elk hunts in Arizona unit 10 also offer the non-resident elk hunter much better tag drawing odds. The central part of Unit 10 from Mount Floyd north to Long Point, the Bishop Lake Plateau, the Aubrey Cliffs, Robbers Roost, and Cataract Canyon all hold huntable populations. Unit 22 North Elk Late Rifle | Arizona Hunting Forums I have checked out the ranch already and been scouting a couple of times (literally directly north of Seligman) seen a few bulls but I am being told that come November 28th things will change. I can let you know what I find. There are a lot of elk in this unit. ELK HUNT UNITS 23 & 27 + 10 & 1 | Arizona's Best Choices for Late Rifle Thanks for the input and hopefully I will have a story to tell in about 5 months, not that I am counting. Pay attention to the overall number of late rifle tags as they are very high and often catch hunters off guard who think this is going to be a low-pressure hunting situation due to the number of points required to draw. Dedicated hunters who put in their time will locate mature bucks. Hunting sheep in Cataract Canyon is usually not a simple affair. You may be more likely to get quick replies if you post there? I saw elk there also, but would be tough to pack one out. The 2022 Arizona Hunting Regulations and Applications regarding sheep, fall bison, and deer are available online at www. Arizona is a state you must intend to apply for multiple years in order to draw a tag. Overview: Black bears are not common in Unit 10, but they do either live here or travel through on a regular basis. OP. As a result of the higher success rates draw odds are lower. The Williams corner and the Aubrey Cliffs areas hold the most mule deer and correspondingly the most lions on a year-round basis. I dont much about unit 10, but I have hunted late season elk near by. No single area in Unit 10 should be overlooked. Experience lends itself to patience. If you do hear a bugle or two, it's quite possible that the bulls will be solitary by then. In Arizona, snowy weather is a two-edged sword. Patience allows for higher probabilities of drawing "trophy" quality hunts. The Kaibab National Forest has implemented its Travel Management Rule that designated a system of roads, trails, and areas for motorized use, and to prohibit all motor vehicle use off the designated system. What are their preferred food? Understand what you are getting yourself into, this is a hunting opportunity with very low success rates and a track record for low quality bulls. You just have to be in the right place at the right time. 1 Report post Posted September 11, 2018 On 9/11/2018 at 1:07 PM, varnco said: This means that as of the time permit recommendations were passed, AZGFD made them based on unit 10 hunters not being allowed to hunt the Boquillas Ranch. It is my opinion that first-timers to elk hunting should be looking at tags with a balance of higher draw odds and moderate success rates. Archery hunting is good in the same areas as discussed for general-season hunts. The terrain is well suited for glassing. We are targeting mature 300"-350" bulls, and larger bulls may be available in our top areas when conditions are right. Arizona has two separate archery and rifle seasons in most units. ARIZONA UNIT 23 ELK OUTFITTERS. . When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Don't miss out on your opportunity to chase giants, visit the Arizona Game & Fish Department website and select "Apply for a Draw." Had a late rifle tag for this year & donated it to the Arizona Elk Society because I started a new job & can't get the time off. Elk are located in pockets across the unit and do move from year-to-year depending on water available and forage conditions. M. Remember, elk dont usually sound as good as champion elk callers. on a specific unit to access the Unit Profile in order to gain the greatest resource available to thoroughly learn a unit. Episode 237: Breakdown Arizona Unit 10 Elk and Arizona Antelope Statewide Units with Craig Steele 442 views Apr 19, 2020 Jay Scott talks about Arizona Elk Unit 10 and Antelope in. They have a fee (I think $60) to hunt their ranch property. Come join the discussion about safety, gear, tips, tricks, optics, gunsmithing, reviews, reports, accessories, classifieds, and more! For a resident, most early Arizona archery hunts can be guaranteed to be drawn from 7 to 15 bonus points. Since AZGFD manages their elk herd aggressively, meaning that if a unit has over 35% harvest on the late firearm hunt and has over a 35:100 bull to cow ratio, they dont hesitate to increase tags. Hey Bob, Congrats on your 15' success. EMAIL US: ARIZONAELKOUTFITTERS@GMAIL.COM 928-300-6755 - TRAVIS MCCLENDON VIEW OUR ARIZONA ELK PICTURES BELOW Toggle navigation. Unit 10 elk still respond to calling and this method of hunting can be as exciting as it gets. If a concentration of tracks is found, it is likely there may be a kill nearby. But, with most of the AZ late hunts, its all about staying engaged in the hunt for the full 7 days, scouting prior to the season if you can, and having realistic expectations. Our 2023 Arizona Elk Hunt RATES Choose a "Hunter to Guide Ratio" of either 1-on-1 or 2-on-1. Current management has AZGFD maximising the amount of tags issued in units until there is clearly an issue with quality and then they will slowly start to reduce tags until they can see an upswing and then its back to pedal to the metal. The state was once the home of the Merriam's elk, a smaller-bodied ungulate with massive antlers. it is a big unit and the elk are scattered by the late season. . Arizona Elk - Unit 10 - Draw Odds, Tag Information and More - Toprut Experience also makes much more difficult hunts a more reasonable option. Arizona Unit 10 late rifle - 24hourcampfire We will continue to add and update individual hunts there. The late hunts also proved that with good feed and ample water to spread the elk populations out, busted up racks were at a minimum this year. Overview: Unit 10 is not a white-tailed deer hotspot. Areas: There are a few whitetails near the Aubrey Cliffs immediately northwest of Seligman. Lastly, it doesn't get any harder to guarantee yourself an AZ tag than applying for "trophy" rifle or muzzleloader units. Just keep looking and dont pull the trigger too soon. However, they have their work cut out for them to harvest an older age class bull. If you are looking to harvest a world-class trophy bull elk, Arizonas unit 10 is the place where it can definitely happen. Antelope densities fluctuate from year-to-year based on climatic conditions and the amount of predation exerted upon the herd by the plentiful number of coyotes. There is a small permanent population of desert bighorn in the Cataract Canyon area. These hunts are much more desirable. Gong rats and good luck. Interested Arizona elk hunters can also apply for the late season elk hunts in Unit 10 if they do not have enough Arizona elk bonus points built up to draw one of the highly sought after rut season elk tags in Arizona Unit 10. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region III 928- 692-7700 Kaibab National Forest, Williams Ranger District 928-635-2633 Arizona State Land Department, Flagstaff 928-774-1425. Arizona Elk Hunting 2023 | Draw Odds & Results | Guided Hunts | DIY Glassing, spotting-and-stalking, still hunting, and sitting on water are all popular and effective ways to pursue mule deer here. Arizona elk hunting in Unit 27 \u0026 23 and also unit 1 \u0026 10 offer some of the best rifle elk hunting in Arizona.Arizona hunter, guide, and outfitter Tim Winslow breaks down the top rifle elk units for the upcoming draw in 2022. If you are unfamiliar with the AZ Draw process I'd suggest reading our post, Late Archery: Easiest to Draw, Hardest to Hunt, Late Rifle: Best Draw odds for Firearms Hunts, Early Rifle/Muzzleloader: Most Coveted, Largest Bulls, There are many hunt options to choose from and many people will apply for the most sought after early season "trophy" hunts. Cataract Lake and Kaibab Lake campgrounds, near Williams, managed by the U.S. Forest Service (928-635-2633). Drawing a late season archery bull elk tag can typically be done with 0 to 3 bonus points for a resident hunter. Please respect other hunters hunting blinds and just dont plan on using one you didnt put up. There are also juniors-only limited weapon-shotgun shooting hunts for both seasons, too. application process or if you'd like to hunt with us at CTK, we can get you applied for your optimal hunt choices. Bulls prefer different habitat types during the late season tending toward secluded, isolated, and topographically rugged locations and many of the biggest bulls live in places where they cannot be reasonably hunted. If they are on the middle bench, the hunt becomes more difficult, but they are still huntable. Good luck!!! This is flat to rolling country with a lot of roads and a lot of roadless areas. Because all the units, from 5A to 10 are. DaveR covered it well. 22N is a great unit and there are a lot of Elk there. Can't sit water, use cameras, tree stand/blinds, ATV/UTV. The draw back to these hunts comes in the form of hunter success, which is very low. Within the Perrin Ranch are several designated camping areas and dispersed camping is not permitted. We are a licensed New Mexico Outfitter, license #0009 and all of our Az Hunting Season - nned.migliorix.it No cross-country travel, no littering, no leaving gates open, no camping too close to waters, and respect all private ranching operations. Arizona Elk Guides & Outfitters - arizona hunting Unit 10 is surrounded by the Hualapai reservation on the west side, the Havasupai reservation on the northwest corner, and Unit 9 to the north. Looks like you and I will be sharing the same trails this December. 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 I am sure there are good bulls in there- but I never found em. Find an area to your liking and put in your time. Biggest bull we found in 7 days were 5x5's. If you would like access to all of our research join today! The Arizona Elk Outfitters LLC Team of Arizona elk hunting professionals has produced several giant Arizona bull elk that score over 400 inches out of Arizonas Unit 10 including the 451 inch Boone and Crockett beast that is featured in the picture at the top of this post. These hunts have phenomenal success rates, high quality bulls, and offer a great hunt experience. You just never can tell Elk are very vocal year round if you ever listen to a herd of cows that are not being bothered you will hear alot of cow talk. Antelope densities fluctuate from year-to-year based on climatic conditions and the amount of predation exerted upon the herd by the plentiful number of coyotes. Arizona is home to some of the best late rifle elk hunting in the country. Jay's Arizona Elk Hunts - Jay Scott Outdoors If you aren't caught up in that game, your opportunity to hunt Arizona increases substantially. Areas: The Kaibab National Forest portion of Unit 10 is a good location to hunt elk. You can't hunt if you don't draw! He has 40 or 80 acres up there. There are a lot of road hunters in that unit with a lot of tags and cold weather. Hunt hard where you find elk or elk sign and be persistent.